The Independent Association of Prep Schools (IAPS) represents the headteachers of around 600 of the world’s leading prep schools.
Our members lead a variety of outstanding schools, from single-sex to co-ed; day, flexi and boarding; those with particular religious affiliations; those that offer excellent provision for children with special educational needs and those with world-class reputations in the fields of music, sport or academia.
Although each of our schools are independent, and have their own ethos, they are all committed to delivering an excellent, well-rounded education to the pupils in their care.
At IAPS, we believe that schools should be unfettered by government interference and with fewer financial and other resourcing constraints that state schools, to ensure that their educational provision is tailored to the needs of the individual children.
Whether they are stretching the brightest pupils, or dedicating special support and resources to those with particular needs, the aim of all of our member schools is to provide a challenging, purposeful education that makes a real difference to your child’s development and future opportunities.
All IAPS member schools are regularly inspected and accredited against strict membership standards. Whatever the particular ethos of the school, parents can be assured that those with an IAPS kitemark will offer a high quality of teaching and learning, a high degree of specialism in many subjects and phases of education and generous resources.